Sayonara! Cone of Shame.

Scruffy wore the cone for two weeks, just to make sure he will not lick the area and delay the healing process.  It has been difficult for him to move around with the cone on his head.  I sometimes found him pulling the cone off his head out of frustration, especially if he is trying to hold the bone with his front legs.  

Finally, Scruffy's long wait is over!  Last weekend, I brought Scruffy to the vet for post operation check up and suture removal.

Scruffy's Pre and Post-Operative (Neutering) Care

For first time dog owners, neutering is a great learning experience towards becoming a more responsible dog owner.  I did not know that dogs (or cats), need to have proper care after neutering.  Somehow, I had the idea that unlike humans, dogs/cats can easily heal or recover naturally because of their unique physiology.    

Here are some things we did before and after Scruffy's surgery.  These are only a reference based on my personal experiences with taking care of Scruffy.  Always consult your veterinarian.